Burkina Faso in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Burkina Faso in may 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for may for most popular cities in Burkina Faso. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Ouagadougou
tolerable weather UV index: 9
Weather at 6am
86°F
Clear/Sunny
77% of time
12%
8%
2%
Weather at 12pm
104°F
Clear/Sunny
76% of time
22%
2%
1%
Weather at 6pm
103°F
Clear/Sunny
66% of time
29%
3%
3%
Weather at 3am
88°F
74%
15%
8%
2%
Where to go in Burkina Faso in may?
Where to go in Burkina Faso in may: destination map
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Where should you go in Burkina Faso in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Burkina Faso in may is tolerable across the board.
That month is not the best month to travel to in Burkina Faso. The weather in Gaoua, Boromo, Dédougou, Pô and Bobo-Dioulasso is just ok. The sun is not there all the time and you may be faced the rain regularly. However, if you don't plan a beach and sun trip but rather city tours, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists at this time.
It's even worse in Dori, Ouagadougou and Ouahigouya and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. We really do not recommend you to visit these areas this month.
Climate in Burkina Faso in may
Climate in Ouagadougou in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 106°F and minimum temperature is 86°F (for an average temperature of 97°F). The climate is very warm in that locality in the month of may. With 0.9in over 1 days, rain may be scarce for your trip.
With an unfavorable weather, the month of may is not recommended month to go in Ouagadougou.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 97°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 106°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 86°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||
| Humidity | 52% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 14% | ||
| Length of day | 12:41 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Bobo-Dioulasso in may
In may, the mean temperature in Bobo-Dioulasso is 92°F (maximum temperature is 103°F and minimum temperature is 83°F). The climate is very warm around this city in this month. With 3.4in over 4 days, the rain will not be a problem throughout your trip.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 92°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 103°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 83°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||
| Humidity | 67% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 20% | ||
| Length of day | 12:39 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Boromo in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 106°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 95°F). The climate is burning in that area in may. With about 1.8in over 2 days, the rain will not be a problem for your stay.
With a correct climate, may is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 95°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 106°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (7%) | ||
| Humidity | 57% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 18% | ||
| Length of day | 12:40 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Dédougou in may
In may, maximum temperature is 106°F and minimum temperature is 85°F (for an average temperature of 95°F). The climate is burning in that area in the month of may. With about 1.8in over 2 days,
it rains very little throughout your journey.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area in Burkina Faso.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 95°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 106°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 85°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (7%) | ||
| Humidity | 57% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 18% | ||
| Length of day | 12:42 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Dori in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 108°F and minimum temperature is 88°F (for an average temperature of 99°F). The climate is burning here in the month of may. does not rain (or really exceptionally) during may. You will not get wet throughout your trip!
With a bad weather, may is not recommended month to go in this city in Burkina Faso.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 99°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 108°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 88°F | ||
| Rainfall | 0.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (2%) | ||
| Humidity | 37% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 10% | ||
| Length of day | 12:47 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Burkina Faso in may
| Ouagadougou in may | tolerable weather |
| Bobo-Dioulasso in may | tolerable weather |
| Boromo in may | tolerable weather |
| Dédougou in may | tolerable weather |
| Dori in may | tolerable weather |
| Gaoua in may | tolerable weather |
| Ouahigouya in may | tolerable weather |
| Pô in may | tolerable weather |
| Banfora in may | tolerable weather |
Weather data for Burkina Faso in may:
Weather data for Burkina Faso in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Burkina Faso. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Burkina Faso can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Burkina Faso.